Crafting a Joyful Holiday Amidst Addiction Struggles
Episode Overview
The workshop provides a collaborative and compassionate approach to support parents facing challenges with children struggling with addiction or mental health issues. Heather and Beth share personal experiences, offering insights and empowerment to those dealing with similar struggles. The focus is on revising traditional holiday expectations and finding peace and acceptance during the festive season. Empowerment and creating a meaningful holiday experience are central themes of the episode. The hosts aim to help parents cope with holiday stress and navigate the challenges of the season.
It's really about empowering yourself to take care of yourself and envision something different than a Hallmark movie Christmas. We don't have to buy into the cultural norms. Everyone's got something going on that's causing them pain or triggering.
Holidays can be a tough time for parents dealing with a child's addiction or mental health issues. But what if you could turn this challenging season into one of peace and acceptance? In this episode, Heather Ross and Beth Syverson come together to offer just that. They introduce their 'Happy Enough Holidays' workshop, a 90-minute interactive session designed to help parents reimagine their holiday experience.
Instead of dreading the festive season, you can create your own meaningful celebrations by setting realistic expectations and focusing on what truly matters. Heather and Beth share their personal journeys and practical tips, offering a compassionate and collaborative approach to support you through the holidays. With exercises tailored to your unique situation, you'll find the strength and resilience within yourself to face holiday uncertainties head-on.
Join this episode to learn how to rewrite the rules and make the holidays a time of healing and connection.